Understanding Gonorrhea Symptoms: What You Need to Know
Gonorrhea issues Dear Doctor, I had unprotected oral sex and protected vaginal intercourse on June 19. I would like to ask whether the burning sensation associated with gonorrhea is typically felt all the time or only during urination. Over the past few days, I've noticed ...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: Abnormalities in the urethra do not necessarily indicate gonorrhea; a common urinary tract infection is also a possibility. It is recommended to perform a urinalysis for further evaluation. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Gonorrhea Symptoms: What You Need to Know
Understanding Sexual Health: Periods, Infections, and Pregnancy Testing
Sexual intercourse / Menstruation / Pregnancy test Hello Doctor, I would like to ask: Q1: If I go to the hospital for an examination, can I find out when my last sexual intercourse was or when I lost my virginity? Q2: Recently, my discharge has been a light yellow-green color, ...
Dr. Sun Hongshun Reply:
Hello: 1. A doctor is not a fortune teller, so the answer is no. 2. I recommend that you undergo a urinalysis and bacterial cultures to clarify your condition. 3. As long as your period has not arrived, there is still a possibility of pregnancy. You are only 16 years old, so plea...[Read More] Understanding Sexual Health: Periods, Infections, and Pregnancy Testing
Understanding Penile Pain and Urination Issues After Running
Slight pain in the penis and urinary issues? A few days ago, after jogging, I suddenly felt the urge to urinate, and then I experienced a slight pain in my penis. When I went to the bathroom, there wasn't much urine. Over the next few days, I frequently felt the need to go t...
Dr. Chen Jiansheng Reply:
Further observation.[Read More] Understanding Penile Pain and Urination Issues After Running
Understanding Hematospermia and Hematuria: Causes and Concerns
Hematospermia and hematuria? Hello Doctor: Earlier this year, I went to the hospital for an examination due to hematospermia and was found to have some prostatic calcifications. Later, I underwent a seminal vesiculoscopy and stones were discovered at the ejaculatory duct, which t...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: Hematospermia and visible hematuria should be carefully examined, as hematospermia can easily recur. It is recommended to return for a follow-up if symptoms occur. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Hematospermia and Hematuria: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Interstitial Cystitis: Symptoms, Treatments, and Related Issues
Interstitial cystitis Hello, doctor. I have interstitial cystitis and chronic gynecological inflammation, which causes me long-term lower abdominal pain (on both sides) and sometimes pain in the lower abdomen after holding my urine for too long. I haven't received any bladde...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: You should seek medical attention for a urinalysis to check for infection. If you have previously had kidney examinations due to back pain and no abnormalities were found, it is likely unrelated. However, if the urinalysis shows an infection and you develop a fever, it may...[Read More] Understanding Interstitial Cystitis: Symptoms, Treatments, and Related Issues
Post-Circumcision Urination Issues: Pain and Urgency Explained
After circumcision, I want to urinate after applying the medication? Hello Doctor, I had a circumcision two weeks ago (using a circumcision device). Since I need to apply medication daily, I have to retract the foreskin. However, sometimes after applying the medication and return...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: The symptoms you are experiencing should not be associated with the circumcision procedure. It is recommended that you return for a follow-up appointment. At the very least, a urinalysis should be conducted. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Post-Circumcision Urination Issues: Pain and Urgency Explained
Understanding Urethral Discharge After Unprotected Sex: When to Seek Help
Urethral discharge (has been evaluated by a healthcare provider) On May 29, I engaged in unprotected sexual intercourse with a partner who mentioned that they had unprotected sex with a stranger the previous week. The stranger had urethritis and discharge. After the encounter wit...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: If you have been taking medication for 3 days and your symptoms have not improved, or if they have worsened, you should seek medical attention at a urology department. Additionally, it is important to stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water and to avoid spicy and irritat...[Read More] Understanding Urethral Discharge After Unprotected Sex: When to Seek Help
Can Trauma Cause Epididymitis and Orchitis? Understanding the Risks
Trauma from a kick leading to epididymitis and orchitis? 1. Is it possible for epididymitis and orchitis to be caused by trauma, in addition to bacterial infections? (Most online sources suggest that it's caused by urethral bacterial infections.) I was kicked in the buttocks...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: 1. Can epididymitis and orchitis be caused by trauma, in addition to bacterial infections? (Most online sources indicate that they are caused by urinary tract bacterial infections.) --> If it is called inflammation, it is more likely to be caused by infection. I was kic...[Read More] Can Trauma Cause Epididymitis and Orchitis? Understanding the Risks
Understanding Chronic Prostatitis: Symptoms, Treatments, and Testing
Prostatitis Hello Doctor, about four months ago I was diagnosed with chronic prostatitis. I have seen two doctors so far. The first doctor prescribed me doxycycline antibiotics and anti-inflammatory medication for one week, but there was no improvement. So, I consulted a second d...
Dr. Li Xinyi Reply:
It sounds like prostatitis, but the pathogen can be difficult to identify. Is there a possibility of a sexually transmitted infection? It's important to have an open and honest discussion with your doctor about these concerns, then arrange for testing, and adjust treatment b...[Read More] Understanding Chronic Prostatitis: Symptoms, Treatments, and Testing
Understanding Premature Ejaculation and Urinary Pain: A Doctor's Insight
Regarding urinary issues and premature ejaculation? Doctor, I have recently noticed issues with premature ejaculation over the past six months, with the duration being reduced by about half. Additionally, I experience a slight stinging sensation in the urethra before and after ur...
Dr. Li Minghui Reply:
Hello: The package insert does not mention this side effect, but if there are abnormalities in urination, medical evaluation should be sought, and at the very least, a urinalysis should be performed. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Premature Ejaculation and Urinary Pain: A Doctor's Insight
Understanding Premature Ejaculation and Urinary Pain: Is Finasteride the Cause?
The issue of premature ejaculation? Doctor, I have recently noticed issues with premature ejaculation over the past six months, with the duration being reduced by about half. Additionally, I experience a slight burning sensation in the urethra before and after urination, but this...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: The package insert does not mention this side effect, but if there are abnormalities in urination, a medical examination should be sought, and at the very least, a urinalysis should be performed. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Premature Ejaculation and Urinary Pain: Is Finasteride the Cause?
Understanding Frequent Urination: Causes and Treatment Options
Frequent urination issues? Last month, I experienced urethritis and consulted a urologist. After completing a course of antibiotics, I felt that I had not fully recovered (urinalysis results were normal), so I switched to traditional Chinese medicine. After three weeks of treatme...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: After treatment for a urinary tract infection, it is important to have a follow-up urine test to confirm that there is no infection. Your last urine test was normal. Even after completing your medication, you should continue to pay attention to your lifestyle, including ma...[Read More] Understanding Frequent Urination: Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding Abnormal Urinalysis Results: Mucus and Cloudiness Explained
The urine health screening report shows abnormalities? Hello, doctor. I recently enlisted for alternative military service, and after completing two weeks of basic training, I need to undergo a health check (which includes a urinalysis) before serving at a social welfare institut...
Dr. Xu Wencang Reply:
There should be no major issues; please return for a follow-up appointment in the outpatient clinic.[Read More] Understanding Abnormal Urinalysis Results: Mucus and Cloudiness Explained
Understanding Bacterial Presence in Urine: What 3+ Means for Your Health
Urinary bacteria Hello Doctor, this week I went to the clinic for a urinalysis and the bacterial count was 3+, while all other parameters were normal, including leukocytes which were 0-2, and Leukocyte Esterase was negative. I recently had a kidney ultrasound, and both the kidney...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: 1. Recently, I have been experiencing discharge due to daily progesterone insertion, and there is residual progesterone that is also coming out. Additionally, during my recent urine collection, I obtained a sample from the latter part of the stream. Could these factors h...[Read More] Understanding Bacterial Presence in Urine: What 3+ Means for Your Health
Understanding Urination Issues: Possible Causes and Concerns
Urination issues Hello Doctor, I had a urinalysis on April 13th, and the results were normal. I have a history of urinary tract infections, but for the past two days, I haven't experienced pain or burning during urination. I just feel a warmth when I urinate. When I drink mo...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: It is mostly related to insufficient hydration or diet. It is recommended to increase fluid intake, especially if the urine color is dark yellow; you should drink more water. If the symptoms occur frequently, further examination is advised, as urine tests may need to be re...[Read More] Understanding Urination Issues: Possible Causes and Concerns
Managing Urinary Tract Infections in Children with COVID-19
COVID-19 positive with urethritis? Hello Doctor: My 8-year-old son, weighing 25 kg, was diagnosed with COVID-19 in the early hours of May 1. At that time, a urinalysis indicated mild urethritis. Over the past few days, he has been experiencing abdominal pain, mostly general stoma...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: 1. After checking, the antibiotic Erythromycin prescribed by the doctor may cause abdominal pain. I am unsure if the lower abdominal pain near the reproductive organs is caused by this antibiotic or if there is an issue with the kidneys. Is there a need for emergency med...[Read More] Managing Urinary Tract Infections in Children with COVID-19
Understanding Pain During Gas Release and Urination: A Urology Perspective
Experiencing pain when trying to pass gas and also during urination can be concerning? Hello doctor, recently I have been experiencing sharp pain near the urinary system when I pass gas while lying down or sitting. In the morning, I also feel pain when I exert myself to urinate, ...
Dr. Sun Hongshun Reply:
Hello, Lai: I wonder if you have ever been to the hospital for a urinalysis or other tests? Conditions such as cystitis, pelvic pain syndrome, prostatitis, or other causes could be responsible. I hope you can go to the hospital for a thorough examination. Wishing you a speedy rec...[Read More] Understanding Pain During Gas Release and Urination: A Urology Perspective
Understanding Blood in Urine and Urination Issues After Erection
Hematuria after erection, difficulty urinating after ejaculation, and macroscopic hematuria with blood clots? Hello Doctor: The symptoms have persisted for more than two months. After an erection, I experience visible hematuria. During ejaculation, I feel a blockage and cannot ej...
Dr. Lin Wenxu Reply:
If you are unsure whether your semen contains blood (hematospermia), a semen analysis can be performed. Based on your description, the possible cause of the bleeding may be from the superficial blood vessels in the prostatic urethra, which often resolves on its own. However, to d...[Read More] Understanding Blood in Urine and Urination Issues After Erection
Understanding Urinary Discomfort After Rapid Ejaculation: Causes and Solutions
Premature ejaculation or incomplete ejaculation can lead to persistent urges to urinate, a feeling of incomplete bladder emptying, and a burning sensation in the urethra during urination? Hello doctor, I experience discomfort in my penis after ejaculation, especially when I ejacu...
Dr. Jian Weihong Reply:
Hello: It is unlikely to be prostatitis, but generally, it should not be painful for half an hour. At the very least, a urinalysis should be performed. Please visit a urologist at the hospital when you have the opportunity. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Urinary Discomfort After Rapid Ejaculation: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Rapid Ejaculation and Urinary Discomfort During Masturbation
Premature ejaculation during masturbation? Hello, doctor. I tend to ejaculate too quickly during masturbation or feel unsatisfied even after ejaculation (although I do ejaculate, I experience no relief). After ejaculation, I feel discomfort in my penis, which remains semi-erect a...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: It is unlikely to be prostatitis, but generally, there shouldn't be any pain lasting for half an hour. At the very least, a urinalysis should be performed. Please visit a urologist at the hospital when you have the opportunity. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Rapid Ejaculation and Urinary Discomfort During Masturbation